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Chevrolet Silverado EV Review Release date and Pricing

Chevrolet Silverado EV

The first ever all electric Chevy Silverado EV is coming and unmatched in the industry, says the CEO Mary Barra.

The EV truck is an electric successor to the long model line of the Chevrolet series called the Silverado. It is offered as a series of full-size pickup trucks, chassis cab trucks, and medium-duty trucks.  The 2019 model year took on the fourth generation of the model line. The upcoming Chevy Silverado electric pickup truck will be unveiled at CES 2022 (Consumer Electronics Show) on Wednesday, January 5th, 2022.

Model description

The electric Silverado is being developed on GM’s Ultium modular EV platform. found in vehicles like the GMC Hummer EV and Cadillac Lyriq. Like the Silverado powered by an internal combustion engine, the electric Silverado will also spawn a GMC Sierra counterpart. According to the company, the Ultium Platform is an electric solution for the future-making electric propulsion. amazing torque and zero emissions driving possible. Like all next generation EVs, the Chevy Silverado electric pickup truck will utilize Ultium components. including Ultium batteries and Ultium drive motors.

The available segment leading fixed-glass roof of the electric Silverado offers an expansive visibility. It also increases headroom and an enhanced experience for both front and rear passengers. This is the first application of a fixed glass roof on a GM pickup.

fixed-glass roof of the electric Silverado revealing interiors

So you can turn circles-tight circles. It comes with Four Wheel Steer which is a chassis feature that allows the vehicle to steer all four wheels. This enables increased agility and tighter turning radius at low speeds. Also improves handling and stability at higher speeds as well as great trailering dynamics.

Pricing and Market

Just like the release date, it be certain what the pricing on this new model will be. Given all the new features, and how it’s an EV. it’s safe to assume that it will likely be pricier than the current Silverado. which ranges from $30,995 to $54,995 depending on the trim.

For anyone looking to save some money on this EV pickup truck. It’s important to note that GM is not currently eligible for a federal EV tax credit, but the government is considering expanding its eligibility.

The Silverado EV is expected to be in high demand, but the Ford F-150 Lightning and Tesla Cybertruck are likely to be among key competitors as more electric trucks hit the market.

Insights

The electric Silverado will also offer customers a GM-estimated range of more than 400 miles on a full charge. Both electric pickup trucks will be built at GM’s Factory Zero plant in Detroit, Michigan. The facility is already manufacturing the Hummer EV and will also build the Cruise Origin self-driving shuttle. An electric Cadillac Escalade is yet to be confirmed but may also be built at the plant.

It enters production in early 2023 and lands in showrooms late that year, suggesting it will arrive as a 2024 model. Automotive News reported Information on the vehicle’s timing was confirmed on Thursday by Doug Parks, executive vice president for global product development, purchasing and supply chain, during Deutsche Bank’s AutoTech Conference.

Stay tuned for more updates as they become available to us.

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